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Russia Targets Telegram Founder
Tracked across 2 sources · Updated 13h ago
Russia seeks the arrest of Telegram founder Pavel Durov for alleged complicity in terrorism, claiming the platform was used for recruitment. He was added to a state 'terrorists and extremists' blacklist, restricting his transactions in Russia.
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Durov added to Russia's 'terrorists and extremists' blacklist
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Russia announces arrest warrant for Durov for complicity in terrorism
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Full story →Russia adds Telegram founder Pavel Durov to 'terrorists and extremists' blacklist
Russia added Telegram founder Pavel Durov to a blacklist of 'terrorists and extremists'.
Those on the list are banned from conducting transactions inside Russia.
The FSB had launched international search proceedings for Durov, accusing Telegram of failing to remove a dating bot used by Ukrainian intelligence.
Durov has frequently clashed with Russian authorities over Telegram's encryption and user data.
Durov has also faced legal issues in France for distribution of illegal content.
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Full story →Why Russia Is Seeking Telegram Founder Pavel Durov's Arrest
